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Whether you’re planning a visit to the North American International Auto Show January 17th – 27th or have a day downtown on your radar later this year, Detroit is brimming with culinary hot spots to help you refuel.

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So, after you’ve worked up an appetite exploring the Cobo Center or any other attraction unique to the Motor City, make a pit stop at one of these seven spots that are putting the restaurant scene in the 313 on the map.

Addison Eatery – 3111 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201
The Addison Eatery offers American cuisine mixed with the heart of Detroit’s Brush Park District. With menu options like the Red Velvet Waffle, Salmon BLT and Ratatouille, you’re sure to find a delicious dish that will hit the spot. Call ahead or reserve a table online at one of Detroit’s newest culinary arrivals.

Antietam – 1428 Gratiot Ave., Detroit, MI 48207
For a feast fit to remember, look no further than Antietam. An experience at this downtown restaurant offers you French cuisine and other mouthwatering entrées. From market greens to whitefish and leg of rabbit, you won’t go home hungry, or unsatisfied, after enjoying a meal at Antietam.

Dime Store – 719 Griswold St. #180, Detroit, MI 48226
Dime Store is an American Brunch Bar in downtown Detroit that earned its claim to fame specializing in breakfast, lunch and booze. From hot omelets, to savory sandwiches and salads, the Dime Store menu is a unique blend of scratch-made traditional favorites and creative combinations.

HopCat Detroit

Gold Cash Gold– 2100 Michigan Ave., Detroit, MI 48216
Gold Cash Gold considers themselves “farmstead fine food with a nod to the South, rooted in old world tradition.” – but don’t think that GCG isn’t still uniquely Detroit! Visit the restaurant for lunch or dinner, or even to enjoy a few drinks with friends. Between the southern cooking and hospitality, you may never want to leave.

HopCat Detroit – 4265 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201
This Grand Rapids hot spot has made its way to Detroit. The HopCat staff prides themselves on serving great food, and even better beer. From pilsners to IPAs, HopCat is already a popular destination among Detroiters and those traveling to the city. Rated one of the “Best Beer Bars on Planet Earth” by BeerAdvocate, you’ll want to check out what’s on tap when you venture to this new bar that opened its doors in late 2014.

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Punch Bowl Social –1331 Broadway St., Detroit, MI 48226
Punch Bowl Social opens its doors to those who seek an establishment with an old-school feel. Besides the delectable menu options and craft beer offerings, Punch Bowl includes karaoke rooms, darts, shuffleboard, ping pong tables, and to its namesake – bowling lanes. Punch Bowl is great for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or just a night out on the town.

Selden Standard – 3921 Second Ave., Detroit, MI 48201
Selden Standard aims to bring friends together to share a meal born through local flavors. Selden Standard’s atmosphere and dining room are rustic and casual and invite you to come as you are. If you’re looking for great food, great company and a good time, don’t miss Selden Standard.

Women Who Rock at The Henry Ford is an unprecedented chance to revisit the musicians who have helped shape rock and roll — innovators like Madonna and Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Tina Turner and dozens of others! Today, guest blogger Lish Dorset gives us a sneak peek at some of the artifacts featured in the new exhibit.

On May 17th, we opened the doors of our Flex Gallery in Henry Ford Museum to our latest exhibit, “Women Who Rock: Vision, Passion, Power.” Presented by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, our staff has been buzzing about the ever since the first artifact arrived in Dearborn.

Photo courtesy of The Henry Ford

The exhibit highlights the creative contributions of many talented female musicians, from contemporary icons like Lady Gaga to renowned artists like Billie Holiday. It’s a safe bet that one of your most favorite female artists will be represented in the exhibit.

What makes this exhibit even more exciting is its connection to Michigan artists. Who can you expect? Some pretty well-known artists, that’s who. For rock fans, Meg White’s Pearl peppermint bass drum reflects her time with The White Stripes. A collection of lyrics, clothing and even a clarinet represent Patti Smith.

Going back to the 1960s, two of The Supremes’ iconic dresses are included in the exhibit. For Aretha Franklin, there are sheets of lyrics, dresses and even a poster of her with Martin Luther King, Jr.

Photo courtesy of The Henry Ford

And what would a Michigan roundup be without Madonna? Showcasing some of her work from 1990s, you’ll see handwritten lyrics, notebooks and instantly recognizable costumes designed by none other than Jean Paul Gaultier.

I can’t wait to see such an amazing group of Michigan women included in this awesome exhibit.

To help celebrate “Women Who Rock,” we’re giving away tickets to Henry Ford Museum throughout the summer. Simply let us know what your first concert was by tagging a social update with #MyFirstConcert and you’ll be entered to win.

Photo courtesy of The Henry Ford

You can see “Women Who Rock” May 17 through August 17 at Henry Ford Museum. Entrance to the exhibit is included with membership to The Henry Ford or paid museum admission.

Do you plan to visit The Henry Ford to see Women Who Rock this summer?

Lish Dorset is the social media manager for The Henry Ford in Dearborn. She lives in Royal Oak with her family. You can learn more about Women Who Rock by checking out The Henry Ford’s blog.

Do you want to score free tickets to NAIAS in Detroit? Simply tell us in the comments section below why you want to go to the Auto Show and who you would take with you. We’ll then select one lucky winner at random to win two tickets to the show. To be eligible, simply submit your comments (along with your email address) by this Wednesday, January 15that 11:59 p.m. EST. We’ll contact the winner Thursday morning using the email address provided (we won’t share it or sell it to anybody). UPDATE: This contest has ended. The winner has been selected and contacted via email with their prize. Thank you everyone for the comments!

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